Keep it Simple Pricing off to a quick start at our Billings Ford Dealership

Are you one of the online readers that's been waiting for the ultimate deal on a new vehicle? It seems like Ford has been coming out with all kinds of prices and programs month after month right? You seem confused as to what a good deal is right? I'll try to make this simple for you. Regardless of what Ford comes out with month after month, truth be it known, you are able to purchase your vehicle back of invoice. Remember the "Family Plan"? Now we have the "Keep it Simple Plan". Both plans allow you to purchase the vehicle back of invoice. There's no secret to it. Ford has decided to price everything the same and take the negotiation out of the deal. I know that there are quite a few people that are used to coming to the dealership, sitting down with their salesman they find out on the lot and do the back and forth shuffle. You are under the impression that this is the way to get the best price. Many of you even like doing it that way. I hate to break it to you, there's no negotiating left. The dealer actually has to get reimbursed from Ford to sell the vehicle at the "Keep it Simple Price". Yeah, I can hear you now. "Mike come on, the dealer has to make money or he's not in business long." You're right!
If I'm right, your probably wondering how the dealer makes money to pay his salespeople, pay for television ads, pay his office staff and so on right? Many of you already know that there is some dealer holdback that comes form the Factory. As you know, it's 3%. Not too much is it?
That 3% has to pay for everything, dealer insurance, ads in the local paper, employees salary etc. . I can go on and on.. I'll spare you all the details. Anyhow, there are quite a number of people wondering how all of this works. Nobody wants to get ripped off (nor should they)... I'm providing this information to you because you (the consumer) needs to know what's going on. Don't listen to the guy down the street that tells you one thing because he hear it from someone else. Everything I've told you is the truth. Archies has been in business for over 60 years and we plan on being around much longer. We have the service facility to take care of you from the time you purchase your vehicle from us to the time you bring it back for a new one. You can bet that we'll be here too.


If any of you have any questions regarding all these special programs, either stop by the Fleet and Internet Center at Archie Cochrane Ford, or just e-mail me personally. I'd be happy to explain what's going on.

It's a great time to buy your next Ford. Better yet, the lease specials that Ford has come out with are really well put together. I personally am leasing a new F150 (What the Salesperson knows) and I can't be happier with my truck. Have you looked at the new F-150's lately?

Some fun stuff for you to see:
Archies Fun Videos 1
Ford Fun Videos 2
Dealer websites:
billingsford.com
ArchiesFordStore
archiesimports.com

SOME QUESTIONS I'D LIKE TO ASK YOU? I'd love for you to respond if you have any comments:

1. Why would anyone buy from someone that they don't know very well? For instance, there are always little dealerships that pop up. They are what I call fly-by-night outfits. They don't have the service facility to take care of you, nor do they want to. Is it price?

2. What's the most important thing to you in buying a vehicle?
3. What do you really hate about most car dealerships?
4. How would you like to purchase a vehicle? Do you like the traditional methods? Would you like one salesman that can do everything from start to finish?
5. What makes you trust a salesperson? I know there are quite a few slimey salespeole out there. What kind of person is it that would allow you to trust them?
6. Would you like to see more women in the auto sales positions?
7. What do you look at when you want to trade your vehicle? Most people always know what they think their vehicle is worth. What do you look at?
8. How important is it to you that a dealership has a website or several websites?

I'd greatly appreciate some feedback

Sincerely,

Mike Weiland
Internet Manager Archies Ford/Imports
1-888-873-1607

Archies has your favorite commercials and joke mpeg videos

We've done something a little different from any dealer out there. The vast majority of our business is conducted with people we know and have developed a friendship with. Since our store makes a point in staying in touch with our customers, our customers have also made a point in helping us smile!! With all the mpeg and avi videos circulating online, we've decided it was time to share the laughter with all of you. Now our site has one page dedicated to making you laugh or at least smile. Check out the following link and pass on the page to your friends and family! http://archiesfordstore.com/html/fun_videos.html
All the videos are in good taste! Nothing dirty! Also, if you want to advertise on this page, just give me a call and I'll either add your business logo or make you a logo and place it on the webpage for you. Also, if you have any other videos that you may think have a place on this webpage, send it to me. I've already added the best carpet cleaner in Billings Montana! Billings Carpet Cleaning.

Here are some examples of the titles that I have placed on the webpage:
FISHY, BUD LIGHT BEER THEIF MILITARY,MONKEY THEFT PROTECTION, TOWING A CAMPER WITH A LITTLE CAR,LADY SITTERS,SUPER DUPER POWER DRILL, FLYING CAT, LARGER PAPER PLEASE,MY SON IS A HETEROSEXUAL, BEAUTIFUL CAR VIDEO-FREAK SHOW,LARRY SHOOTING AN M-11,NAVY HELICOPTER,DADDY TIME,LOSAT MISSILE,MACHINE GUN VIDEO,NEW MOUSE VIDEO,MIKE’S MAC-11 SHOOTING,OHH NUTS!, OH CRAP PEPE THE DOG,RECOIL FROM A 50 CAL HANDGUN, BUD LIGHT WINTER RIDE WITH THE HONEY HUNTING SACRIFICES,BEAR VS. HUMANS OVER SALMON,SAT. NIGHT LIVE -TERRORISTS,SAVE THE ANTELOPE,TOP R/C HELICOPTER PILOT (LARGE FILE),SAT. NIGHT LIVE- BACK TATOOS,TREADMILL EXERCISE,UNDERWEAR MAN FISHING BIGHORN LAKE,YOU DON’T SEE THIS EVERY DAY,ESCAPE FROM GERMAN PRISON,WOMEN ARE WALKING ACCIDENTS,BOO MOVIE

If you want to download the video's feel free to do so.

Ford Fusion is Finally here!!

Have any of you had the opportunity to drive a Fusion yet?? You won't believe this car. Ford finally has a car that looks sporty enough for the young people and functional enough for the older crowd. I just drove this car today and was impressed with every aspect of it! Everything from the squared off headlights to the huge trunk. Oh yeah, it also had headroom in the back. Best of all the price is right on these cars.

Check out the options on the stereo:

Audiophile AM/FM Stereo/6-disc In-dash CD Player with MP3 Capability
Includes features of Premium AM/FM stereo/6-disc in-dash CD player with MP3 capability plus:
190 watts of peak power
8 speakers
Occupancy modes (all seats, driver's seat, rear seat) allow the user to tailor the acoustics of the audio system to the occupants in the vehicle

Standard Equipment:
Standard Equipment
Design/Styling
Bodyside molding - color-keyed
Grille - chrome front
Headlamps - quad halogen
Performance/Handling
Engine - 2.3L I-4
Tires - P205/60R16 Continental ContiProContact
Transaxle - 5-speed manual
Comfort/Convenience
Accessory delay
Coat hooks (2)
Console
Front row center w/2-tier armrest storage & (2) cup holders
Overhead w/dome light map lights (NA w/moonroof)
Cup holders/bottle holders (6)
Dash-top storage bin
Floor mats - carpeted front & rear
Glass - solar tinted
Glove box
Grab handles - front & rear (4)
Horn - dual-tone electric
Instrumentation - tachometer, lamp outage, low washer fluid, low oil pressure, fuel cap, oil change, door ajar & low coolant indicators
Mirrors - power sideview
Power points - 12V (2)
Power windows, locks & mirrors
Rear window defroster
Remote keyless entry w/2 fobs
Seats
Driver, 4-way manual adjust
5-Passenger seating
Rear seat 60/40 spring-assisted
Shift knob
Leather-wrapped (manual transmission)
Urethane (automatic transmission)
Speed control on steering wheel
Steering wheel - manual tilt/telescopic
Storage - instrument panel storage bin
Sunvisors - driver & passenger w/illuminated dual & illuminated on SE & SEL only)
Trunk release - power remote (inside vehicle)
Window - one-touch-down driver
Windshield wipers - fixed interval speed-sensitive
Safety/Security
Battery saver
Belt-Minder® - driver & passenger
Child safety locks - rear door
Emergency trunk release - glow-in-the-dark
Front Passenger Sensing System (FPSS)
Illuminated entry
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
Personal Safety System®
SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system
Side Intrusion Protection System
Quality/Reliability/Durability
Fuel tank - 17.5 gallons

Ford Fusion - WRITE UP (CLICK)
See our Imports Site http://archiesimports.com

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Ford to end employee pricing on the 3rd of Oct.

Ford is supposed to end their employee pricing on the 3rd of October. Ford has already taken the 06 models off of the list. I anticipate that Ford will still run some incredible rebates, maybe even raising the rebates when the employee pricing goes away. If you want to check and see what happens to the incentive list, just click on the list below.

Rebates

Archies Imports is now open.. This dealership is open for suggestions on the products from foreign countries. If you have any suggestions let us know. Also, let us know what you think about certain products in our BLOG.. You can e-mail them directly if you want: fordguy@billingsford.com

Mike Weiland
Internet Mgr.

Ford Products

I've worked for Archie Cochrane Ford for almost 5 years now and have been impressed with how Ford has paid particular attention to the safety of their vehicles. I realize that the new diesel truck had a few problems with the new motor but Ford has been good about taking care of the problems. I'd like to know what other customers have experienced with Ford? I have had the opportunity to drive these new Super Duty trucks and compare them to our competition. I am still confident that we sell the best product on the road when it comes to heavy duty trucks.

If you do not want to sign up with blogger.com just leave me your comments and I'll add them myself.. Just e-mail me.. fordguy@billingsford.com

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RECALLS

Ford has extended all 05 incentives with Ford Family Plan prices. 06 models have been removed.. See http://archiesfordstore.com/html/specials.html for details:
Mike Weiland